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April showers bring May flowers, or so the popular rhyme goes. It carries a grain of truth. Springtime often brings rainy conditions to our communities. Though we need the rain, we could do without the hazardous conditions it might create. Still, slippery surfaces are just part of the package. READ MORE >>

We’ve all heard that spring is a time to start fresh. It’s the growing season, and everywhere life is reawakening. During this time, many businesses explore seasonal ventures. They often prove very profitable additions to normal operations. READ MORE >>

When potential buyers stop by to view your home, or even search for available properties online, their first impression will not be of your home’s living room or kitchen; their first impression will be of your home’s exterior. The curb appeal of your home can be the deciding factor on whether a buyer ever sets foot inside. READ MORE >>

Maybe your walls are looking a little worse for wear. Or maybe it is time to add a new color to your siding. If your home needs paint work, be ready to spend a little money. You might wonder if a new coat of paint counts as a home repair? Will your homeowners insurance cover it? READ MORE >>

Now that it is 2018, it may be time to trade in your car for a new set of wheels. Many auto dealerships offer sales and other discounts at the start of the year. However, once you buy a car, you need to protect it. Your state will likely require you to carry auto insurance. READ MORE >>

If you are an adult beginning to provide more oversight to a parent, proper insurance is often overlooked or neglected. While some changes in a senior’s lifestyle may seem to reduce liability exposure, the opposite may actually be true. Family Trusts A family trust may be used for wealth management and estate planning. READ MORE >>

Workers' compensation insurance provides financial coverage for worker accidents and injuries. If your employee suffers an injury while they are at work, this coverage will help. It can pay for an employee's medical bills and lost time at work. But, what about the negligence component here? READ MORE >>

As a child, adults took care of you, and not just your parents. Grandparents, uncles, teachers, and family friends all had a hand in raising you and keeping you safe. You appreciate that, which is why you want to help them in turn when they get older. That’s not so easy considering how you live far away from them. READ MORE >>

Arson is one of the most concerning forms of damage to a home. It can happen to anyone. Acts of vandalism like this can occur in any city. Yet, home insurance is very clear. Home insurance rarely pays for fires set by someone. What does this mean to you if someone else sets the home on fire? READ MORE >>

Commercial property insurance protects the assets within your business. Your business insurance policy will usually give your assets ample protection. If you lease your business's space, there are a few things to consider about what to insure. Protecting the Property READ MORE >>